Therapists in Tampa, FL

Tampa Bay DBT is a group of mental health clinicians dedicated to the mission of providing evidence based psychological treatments to adolescents, adults, and families in a compassionate environment. Our clinicians are dedicated to receiving the most up to date trainings to provide the most effective care to the individuals we serve. We provide specific treatments including: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), DBT for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (DBT-PTSD), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Emotion-Focused Couples and Family Therapy.

We respectfully support you in your dreams, goals & inspirations. When you need guidance, we provide knowledge & insight about self-care & therapeutic strategies, approaching healing & recovery from a holistic perspective. Seamlessly integrate emotions, behaviors, lifestyle, relationships, education, leisure activities, self-care & career. Serving clients of all ages with such issues as Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Autism, Behavior Challenges, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Dissociation, DID, OCD, ODD, Panic, PTSD, Trauma, Violence. Trauma; BIPOC; LGBTQIA+ and Polyamory respectful & informed.

Hi there! Let me start by telling you a little bit about myself. I have been a licensed practicing clinician since 2010. I am trained and experienced in a specialized form of therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), but I also practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, college students, and adults with a wide range of challenges, such as Borderline Personality Disorder, depression (including postpartum), bipolar disorder, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, identity issues, and relationship issues. I also have experience working with patients in acute psychiatric crisis.

Welcome! Creating a safe environment is the first step toward meaningful change. I have been a psychotherapist for more than 20 years, and it has been my privilege to assist people in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatric settings. I have experience treating a broad range of disorders, and my specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, and narcissism. I hold an MSSW from Columbia University and a PhD in Social Welfare from Case Western Reserve University. I did my clinical internship and postdoctoral work at Yale University School of Medicine. I use a variety of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing, and exposure therapies for PTSD. I respect and admire folks who want to grow and overcome their challenges. I hope I can be there to support you on that journey. We will talk about what you would like to achieve in therapy, and we will map out a way to get there.

Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Do you experience anger, depression, anxiety, mistrust, difficulty with communication, fear of failure? If you’re struggling with one or more of these things, let me help you find the balance that brings greater self-awareness, self-worth, self-compassion, and improved connections with others.

Hello, I'm Ally, & I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Unlike traditional therapy, where it might feel like a one-sided conversation, I assure you that I'm as real as it gets! I value the power of connection and seek to experience our journey together as real people. I work hand in hand with you to identify your desires & empower you to make positive changes in your life. Taking the first step towards seeking help can be challenging, so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, & non-judgmental.

Sometimes, when our emotions feel out of our control, we do things that don’t reflect our values. My goal is to assist you as you work to engage in life more authentically using effective nervous system regulation and increasing skillfulness. I believe that people are always doing the best that they can with the resources that they have, and they also want and need to deal with the hardships of life more effectively - that's where I step in to support, accept, educate, and guide. Some of my areas of specialization include: Addiction, Anxiety, BPD, Depression, Identity Exploration, Trauma Recovery, & Relationships and Communication.

Let's be honest, we're all out here just trying our best. Most are no stranger to the stress, pressure, and sky-high expectations of everyday life. Therapy provides a place to reflect, heal, and grow on your terms; this is vital if your everyday environments do not provide this. A few specialities include: Co-dependency, boundary-setting, major life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, identity; I am here to help with it all. I am also passionate about creating safe and affirming spaces for those who identify as LGBTQIA+; providing support to individuals who may be seeking out a queer therapist. Call to schedule a consultation with me!

I applaud you for taking the first step in searching for a therapist whose values and experience align with your goals. I believe in building a strong rapport with my clients so that you feel at ease in the therapy room and are feeling both heard and understood. My ultimate goal is for you to learn tools that can be used to improve the present problem and can also be applied in day-to-day life so that you are able to handle any difficulties when they present themselves. You can be assured that I will walk with you through this journey.

Are you someone who struggles to ask for help? Often times, we try to brute force our way through our day-to-day schedule even if we are in distress or in need to speak with someone about how we are feeling. Sometimes we can allow shame or self-judgements to get in the way of talking about difficult symptoms or emotions with a professional. Being able to disclose and talk about these issues with someone who makes you feel safe and validated is so important. The process of disclosing may be uncomfortable at times, but it is not unbearable, so long as you have the proper clinician by your side!

Providing Counseling Coaching and Therapy for Individuals, Couples, Marriage, Adolescents and Families. Assistance for relational issues such as Discernment counseling for couples, communication, emotional avoidance, recovery from infidelity, relational trauma, assessment and Therapy for Depression, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Anger Management, Autism, Bipolar, BPD, PTSD, Sleep Disorder, Addictions such as Gambling, Alcohol, Sexual and Internet.

Margaret Deuerlein, LMHC, NCC, is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She provides therapeutic services to people to help them transform their everyday lives, freeing them from paralyzing anxiety, low self-esteem, self-defeating behaviors, depression, anger, mood problems, stress, and trauma to develop more fulfilling relationships, achieve life goals, and take more control of their lives. She will help you become more aware of your strengths and potential. She can help you develop healthier ways of thinking and being by creating a trusting relationship and utilizing effective therapeutic interventions.

Are you struggling with issues related to depression, emotional regulation, impulsivity, trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, communication dysfunction, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. You are taking a positive step to self-discovery and healing. I’m a licensed psychotherapist in the Tampa Bay area, and I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

My approach in working with clients is to create an environment in which a sense of understanding can be fostered, as well as a problem-solving space to help increase their likelihood of developing a life worth living. I believe in each person's ability to reach their goals and attain a sense of competence and contentedness in their lives. My approach is both humanistic and active. I attempt to balance acceptance and change strategies to most effectively help my clients reach their goals that prompted them to seek therapy.

Change and seeking help may seem daunting, but by reaching out we can work together to start the process of healing. Even though I don't have the answers to the mysteries of life, I can help you on your chosen path by assisting you with barriers that block your way while being a positive presence when hope seems lost. In working with me, we will build a relationship that can create lasting change by getting to the heart of the issues you are experiencing. I offer a completely judgment-free space where we can tackle whatever issue, concern, or feeling you have.

Kate Jaramillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nearly 15 years of experience working with youth, adolescents, adults, and families to improve their mental health. She specializes in addressing issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting issues, and more.

My ideal client is someone who is struggling to cope with overwhelming emotions. They may have experienced trauma or abuse in the past, and they may be struggling with unstable and intense relationships. They may have tried individual therapy or even been psychiatrically hospitalized, but they still struggle with anger, mood swings, impulsive and erratic behavior, addictions, suicidal ideation, and self-harm urges and actions. My ideal client is someone who is ready to do more than just change their thinking; they want to change their life.

Do you ever feel like the weight of past trauma or abuse is too much? Are you kept awake at night by racing thoughts about the future - or regrets about the past? Some days, does sadness seem to linger for no reason at all? Maybe you've been coping by turning inward and self criticizing, controlling food or exercise, or by forming relationships with others that never turn out quite right. If any of this sounds like you, please know you're not alone. Together we can figure out why this all started and how to deal with problems in ways that actually solve them.

My therapeutic approach recognizes the quality of the therapeutic relationship as an essential element in the therapy process. I look to collaborate with clients to identify and develop treatment goals and objectives and empower clients to take charge of the design and direction of your life. I utilize a balance of acceptance and change strategies to identify problems and generate effective solutions that help to move away from negative experiences and toward positive experiences and toward life, joy, flexibility and freedom.